WHAT: The SPCA of Texas is offering a low-cost vaccination clinic the first and third Saturday of each month at the Russell H. Perry Spay/Neuter & Wellness Clinic in McKinney from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. This clinic is a part of a series of low-cost, walk-in pet vaccination clinics the organization is hosting this year and beyond to provide an easy and affordable way for the community to help curb the spread of common and highly contagious illnesses in pets.For more information, visitwww.spca.org/locations.

Vaccinations will be $10 each for Rabies, $15 for Bordetella and $12 each for FVRCP and Distemper Combo for dogs and cats. Pet owners can also have their pets microchipped for $15 each. Additionally, clients purchasing 12 months of heartworm preventive will receive their pets' heartworm test for free (a savings of $25). Clients purchasing six months of heartworm preventive will save $10 on their pets’ heartworm test (costing $15, normally $25). There will be no exam fee for these services at the vaccination clinics.

For spay or neuter surgeries or wellness care on other days, appointments are required, and can be made by visitingwww.spca.org/spayneuterapptor by calling 214-742-SPCA (7722).

Vaccination Clinics:First and Third Saturday from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m.Clients seen on a first come, first served basis

HOW:For vaccination clinics, no appointment is required, and clients will be seen on a first come, first served basis. For spay or neuter surgeries or wellness care on other days, appointments are required, and can be made by visitingwww.spca.org/spayneuterapptor by calling 214-742-SPCA (7722).

WHY:Spaying, neutering and vaccinating pets saves lives by preventing unwanted litters, keeping thousands of animals off the mean streets and stopping the spread of dangerous illnesses like Parvo and Distemper.

Having pets spayed and neutered is the most important way to prevent pet overpopulation and ensuring animals live happy, healthy lives in loving homes by decreasing roaming tendencies, aggression and preventing certain forms of cancer in pets. And vaccinating them ensures that their immune systems can protect them from dangerous and life-threatening viruses and bacteria. Texas law also requires Rabies vaccinations. Further, veterinary wellness care is a critical component of preventive care for cats and dogs.

MORE:For more information on all three SPCA of Texas Spay/Neuter & Wellness Clinics, visitwww.spca.org/locations.

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